Functionalists Flashcards

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3 functions that help society

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Secondary socialisation
Sifts and sorts
Teaches skills needed for work

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Durkheim

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Passes on norms and values to integrate individuals in society

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Durkheim social order?

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Based on cohesion and value consensus, strengthening social solidarity

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Parsons

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Acts like a bridge between family and adult roles

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Parsons What do schools give on to children?

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The universal value of achievement, also selects children in their appropriate roles because it meritocratic

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Davis and Moore

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Sorts people into different positions- principles of stratification

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D&M What system motivates?

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System of unequal rewards to motivate into the top position

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Criticisms 4

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Evidence of differential achievement isn’t meritocratic
Who you know is more beneficial
Doesn’t prepare for work
Doesn’t look at conflict

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